Digital Survival KIT - Sensor Swab Type 2 (w/Eclipse)
by Photographic Solutions, Inc.
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Digital Survival KIT - Sensor Swab Type 2 (w/Eclipse)
Customer Review: Great Product
Summary: 5 Stars
I had major dust problems on my camera's sensor. (It was literally ruining my photos beyond basic photoshop repair.) After using this product, I was able to remove about 97% of the dust I had on my sensor in just a few swipes. I did find it more difficult to get the corners but, in the end, was able to get it all cleared out. I did not find that reusing one end redeposited dust back on the sensor. I did use both sides, flipped the cloth over (wasn't easy getting the rubber band back on) and used both sides again and felt like I was able to get the sensor really clean. (Getting at least 4 swipes with one stick was important for me while considering the cost of these things)
I will say however, that it's very important to clean the rest of the camera (inside and out) before cleaning the sensor. Also make sure the space you are working on is clean. I did not do either of those and became extremely frustrated when dust and fibers from the camera's mirror/viewfinder section and my dirty work environment was getting on the sensor. I recommend using a lens cleaning cloth or a microfiber cloth of some kind to work on.
There are tons of websites and youtube videos out there with tutorials on cleaning your camera's sensor. Some better than others. Just google 'sensor cleaning' and add in the model of your camera. Lots of helpful websites came up for my Canon 30d.
Customer Review: Yes, it works but.....
Summary: 3 Stars
After finally realizing that the small spots in my photos were not on my lens but on the sensor, I inquired with my local Samy's Camera about having the sensor on my Nikon D700 cleaned. $50! So I figured I've give this product a try. Yes it worked but I used all the swabs. (very stingy with the swabs - only 4 and one pre-moistened freebie) I freaked out after the first try. I took a photo and there was more gunk than ever on the sensor so after 4 more tries and using up all the swabs, I finally got the hang of swabbing. The trick is getting that swab DIRECTLY on the sensor without touching the insides. I think stuff was dropping from the walls onto the sensor. I also applied very sturdy and hard pressure on the last try which may have also helped. I had to order more swabs. Expensive little buggers!! $50 for 12???!!!! Hopefully, my camera won't need it for another year. My camera is a year old and heavily used for shooting homes - mostly bracketing shots. In one year 50,000 shutter actuations. I will also be very careful in the future about changing lenses in dusty conditions and keeping the camera pointed down. So many little things to think about.Customer Review: Works OK, but the price is insane. Buy for the paddles.
Summary: 4 Stars
I wiped my sensor 4 times unable to remove all of the dust. Granted, I hadn't cleaned my sensor in about two years. I tried blowing the dust off, swiping, blowing the dust off, swiping with a lot of liquid, blowing the dust off, swiping, blowing the dust off. What I found was that the swabs are too narrow to clean the sensor in one pass, so you need to go over again on the other side of the sensor with another pass. Unfortunately, this leaves a gap between swipes where the dust gathers. Think of taking a snow plow down a driveway, you do half and the snow accumulates to one side, you do the other side and you just push snow towards the middle.
I finally managed to get my sensor clean, but it took about 12 swipes to do so. The good part about this kit is that you can re-use the paddles using pec-pads. I took of the pad from one of the paddles and cut several pec-pads to match, then used them over and over again. This is the only way this kit can be seen as being economical.
I'd much rather like a swab size that fits exactly the sensor size.
Customer Review: Saved the day.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have a Nikon D70 that had a couple of spots on the sensor. Camera shop wanted over $100 to clean it.
After using this product according to instructions (which means very carefully), I could get the spots to move around on the sensor but was not able to remove them.
After 7 attempts, at cleaning the sensor, I finally just bared down on the sensor and wiped the heck out of it. Finally, finally, finally, the spots came off.
I don't know what the heck was on the sensor as I am generally quite careful with the use and care of my camera equipment, and I did cringe a bit when did this, but I saw it as a last-resort attempt when I rubbed a bit hard on the sensor.
I went way beyond what the instructions recommended, but the cleaning swab did not damage the sensor at all, and the spots came off, so now the camera is now as good as new.
While I don't recommend going beyond the instructions, its pretty apparent to me that when following the instructions, you'll not likely damage your camera.
Customer Review: It Works
Summary: 4 Stars
I made the mistake of using cannned air to clean my D200 sensor. Instead of a clean sensor, I ended up with a mess. I think the liquid in the can ended up on the sensor, leaving a nasty residue. DON'T DO THAT!!
My local camera shop said that the camera would have to go back to Nikon. I was leaving on vacation in a week and didn't want to leave without my camera. I went to the home page for the Digital Survival Kit and discovered that I could clean the D200 sensor with thier Eclipse solution.
I followed the enclosed instructions and ultimately used 3 swabs to clean the sensor. In between swabs, I photographed a white wall to see the results. It worked as advertised. I am a believer.
Different cameras and sensors use different solutions. Check the manufacturers web site before ordering.